Wednesday, January 11, 2012

Learn the Secrets of Dimensional Lighting

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Learn Dimensional Lighting

Find the Clues on Facebook at David Lloyd Photography Become a Member of the Outdoor Lighting Workshops Meetup Group and receive Hands on Training. “Outdoor Lighting Workshops“

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Thursday, January 5, 2012

Join Our “Outdoor Lighting Workshops” Meetup Group!

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Learn the Art of Outdoor LightingJoin Rebecca and I on Feb 11,2012  for an adventure in Outdoor Lighting!

Join us at the Scottsdale Civic Center from 1:30pm to 6:30pm for five full hours of Outdoor Portrait Lighting. We will be learning the traditional principles of Photographic Portrait Lighting, while utilizing available light, reflectors, diffusers and small strobe units or Speed Lights. We will learn how to find light at any time during the day and how to create light when we need it. Please bring your Digital Camera a box lunch and adequate water. You may bring reflectors and additional gear that you would like to learn how to use. Note: We will be using small Radio Slaves to trigger the Speed Lights. All equipment demonstrated is available at Tempe Camera. We will be meeting at the Scottsdale Civic Center.

Join our Meetup Group for further details: http://www.meetup.com/Photographic-Lighting-Workshops/

David Lloyd (480) 284-5516

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Wednesday, October 19, 2011

Easy to Acheive, Theatrical Lighting with Rogue FlashBenders

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Theatrical Lighting with Rogue FlashBendersRogue FlashBender Products allow for an easy setup for Theatrical Lighting. The Main, Fill and Hairlight can be set on light stands at three corners of a rectangular stage. Set the Main and Fill lights at the two front corners, pointing center stage with a 3 to 1 lighting ratio. Both the Main and the Fill speed lights are bounced into the (Large) Rogue FlashBender flexible reflectors by ExpoImaging, Inc. The Hair Light is placed in the opposite corner, backstage, of the Fill Light. The Hair Light being fit with either a Rogue Grid, as pictured below or a (small) FlashBender,  folded into a wide snoot. The Hair Light placement behind the subject, provides side or rim light, adding dimensional interest to the subject.

As with all of my Speed Light Photography, Scott Robert Lim’s SRs “Tiny Triggers” are an essential tool for triggering the Speed Lights. You can find more info on these very cost effective and reliable Radio Triggers at www.tinytriggers.info

To add to the dramatic look of the set, additional speed lights can be fitted with the Rogue Grids and pre-cut to fit, Rogue Gels, to splash color on the background. The Manfrotto Justin Clamp, P/N 175F allows for speed light placement to the side at floor level, or they can be placed on lightweight light stands and directed to splash light on the gray seamless backdrop paper. Note: The Rogue Grid allows for a defined circular splash of color.

Lighting Diagram and Camera Settings:

Theatrical Lighting Guide

Transforming the image into Black and White can add an additional sense of Drama to the subject.

Geisha Samurai

Adding a texture overlay in Photoshop can also add character to the Dramatic Lighting.

Scott Robert Tiny Triggers, used for the included photos allow for remote Radio Triggering of the Speed Lights.

Photography: David Lloyd, Lighting Director and Chief Photographer for Get Image Ready Photo Shoot and Model Search Events.

Model: Katherine Divine

Tiny Triggers by Scott Robert Photography: Tiny Triggers

Rogue FlashBenders, Grids and Gels: ExpoImaging, Inc

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Tuesday, September 20, 2011

Certified Professional Photographer

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Certified Professional Photographer

For Immediate Release

September 20,2011

Local Photographer Earns Certification

David Lloyd of David Lloyd Photography in Chandler, AZ has earned the Certified Professional Photographer (CPP) designation from the Professional Photographic Certification Commission.

David Lloyd, a long standing member of PPA Professional Photographers of America and graduate of West Coast School of Photography, earned the (CPP) designation after meeting rigorous requirements measuring his artistic and technical competence in the field of photography. The Professional Photographic Certification Commission currently recognizes less that 2,000 Certified Professional Photographers.

“My career in Photography began in 1975 as a New Product Design Engineer for the Vivitar Corp., where I was awarded a US Patent #4,266,163 in Electronic Flash Control. While the following 25 years, were focused on my Engineering career, in 1998, after moving to the Central Coast of California, I started a full time Wedding and Portrait Photography Business. I soon realized, however, that while I had a very strong technical grasp of photographic principles and an artistic flair, that to excel in photography would require that I further my education. I joined the PPA and attended West Coast School of Photography, held each summer at the University of San Diego. I determined next, to undertake the personal and professional quest of becoming a Certified Professional Photographer. Just as doctors and other professionals seek certification in their industries, I wanted to elevate my commitment to my craft and profession and assure my clients of my qualifications to provide them with the best services possible.”

The Professional Photographic Certification Commission (www.certifiedphotographer.com) is the leading body for certifying imaging professionals. Certified Professional Photographers must complete a written examination, finish an image evaluation and adhere to a stringent code of conduct. Certification must be renewed on a periodic basis, ensuring continuing confidence in the professionalism of Certified Professional Photographers.

For more information: David Lloyd

(480) 284-5516

david.lloyd@mac.com

www.davidlloydphoto.com

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Saturday, September 10, 2011

“Synergistic Connections” Becoming Engaged!

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Donna Newman - Social Media Architect

Donna Newman - Social Media Architect

Setting the Stage: A little while back, I found myself intrigued with the idea of photographing a gorgeous model with a Classic Car. I had seen a photograph by a colleague photographer that launched my imagination and I was on a photo creative quest. As I often create Fashion Events with my daughter, Cindy Christi of Get Image Ready, (see side bar for our next Event, October 8 & 9th, 2011) I had proposed the idea to her, as a theme for one of our upcoming Events.

Becoming Engaged!: Opportunities are always presenting themselves, however, it is up to us to recognize them. As my schedule, like so many other small business owners, is quite full, I don’t randomly attend Events; I go with a purpose in mind.

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